Automation Engineer / Specialist

CertainTeed; Delta; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare options

Parental leave

RRSP plan

DPSP program

TFSA benefits

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Be Well Be You

Job summary

CertainTeed in Vancouver seeks an Automation Engineer/Specialist to join the Maintenance team. You will drive World Class Manufacturing projects, optimize processes, and lead automation initiatives across PLC/HMI/instrumentation systems.

You will evaluate, design, and implement control systems, coordinate with contractors, and deliver improvements that reduce downtime and variance. Strong NEC/NFPA-70 knowledge and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent—5 years of relevant experience acceptable in lieu of degree.
• 3–5 years of professional experience in Instrumentation & Controls / PLC.
• Experience with electrical process control, instrumentation, automation, industrial protocols / networking.
• Familiar with NEC and Arc-Flash (NFPA-70) code requirements.

Responsibilities

• Plan, evaluate, organize and implement automation projects and initiatives.
• Design or develop new process control systems and revise/maintain existing ones.
• Lead WCM projects, manage contractors and suppliers, perform cost/benefit analyses.
• Plan scheduling of projects and prepare capital expenditures.
• Oversee automation team workflow and provide weekly status reports.
• Lead Focus Improvement teams to resolve critical process and production problems.
• Provide technical expertise for PLC/HMI/VFD/instrumentation upgrades to prevent obsolescence.

Skills

Electrical process control

Instrumentation & Controls / PLC

Industrial protocols / networking

Leadership / communication

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Five years of equivalent training & experience

Tools

PLC

HMI

VFD

Data & Voice Networks

Electrical distribution systems

Job description

WHY DO WE NEED YOU? Certainteed has an exciting career opportunity for an Automation Engineer/Specialist based in Vancouver to join our Maintenance team. This is a great chance to join a Top Employer and contribute to our growth and success.

WHY DO WE NEED YOU? Certainteed has an exciting career opportunity for an Automation Engineer/Specialist based in Vancouver to join our Maintenance team. This is a great chance to join a Top Employer and contribute to our growth and success.

What you will do The Automation Engineer/Specialist will assist with the development and implementation of World Class Manufacturing (WCM) projects, production, processing methods and controls. Through the application of Engineer/Specialization fundamentals and advanced process control tools, this position will ensure that processes are centered, capable and in control; reduce process variations; and resolve special causes variation.

• Responsible for planning, evaluating, organizing and implementing automation related projects and initiatives.
• Responsibilities include the designing or developing new process control systems and revision / maintenance of existing processes; developing and implementing WCM projects; managing and guiding contractors, consultants and suppliers; identifying new opportunities and solutions with cost / benefit analysis and making recommendations to improve efficiencies.
• Planning and scheduling of projects and preparing capital expenditures.
• Manages automation team’s work flow and automation related projects and provides weekly status report to plant management.
• Leads and participates in Focus Improvement teams to resolve critical process and production problems with customers and vendors.
• Provides technical expertise, support and enhancement of automation related systems (PLC / HMI / VFD / Instrumentation / Data and Voice Networks / plant electrical distribution systems) and implements required updates to avoid technical obsolescence.
• Assists maintenance team with any difficult troubleshooting issues.
• Uses advanced tools / techniques to reduce process variations and downtime.
• Analyzes operating problems, develops solutions and leads the implementation of corrective actions.

IS THIS JOB FOR YOU?

What makes you stand out from the crowd?

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or similar discipline; or five (5) years of equivalent training and experience to have comprehensive knowledge of the practices, procedures and regulations associated with electrical process control technology may be substituted for a degree.
• Three to five (3-5) years of applied professional experience in Instrumentation & Controls / PLC.
• Applied professional experience in electrical process control, instrumentation, automation, industrial protocols / networking (switching & routing) and databases.
• Experienced with National Electrical Code (NEC) and Arc-Flash (NFPA-70) code requirements.
• Understands Burner Flames Safety controls (NFPA-86) combustion controls
• Expertise in integrated automation and information systems in a manufacturing environment.
• Flexible, open-minded team player with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and problem solving capabilities to work effectively in corporate, manufacturing and team environments.
• Ability to provide leadership and innovation at all levels of the organization.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

TO MAKE SURE NOTHING IS FORGOTTEN Certainteed a proud subsidiary of Saint-Gobain, stands tall as part of the world's largest building materials company. With a 360-year legacy of innovation and growth, Saint-Gobain is the worldwide leader in light and sustainable construction; renowned for pioneering product development and spearheading of environmental responsibility in the construction and industrial markets. Our commitment to excellence has earned Saint-Gobain North America recognition from the Top Employer for the 10th consecutive year as one of the best workplaces in North America one of only 17 companies around the world to receive this certification. Join us at Business Unit and be part of a future where innovation meets sustainability!

LEGAL STATEMENT Certain provinces require pay information be provided in job postings. Saint-Gobain aims to deliver a comprehensive Total Rewards package to support our employees’ wellbeing and help improve daily life for themselves and their families. We believe in the importance of pay transparency in what we offer prospective candidates, the base pay for this position ranges from 90 000$ to 120 000$ per year. The starting salary will be based on the successful candidate’s competencies, including but not limited to education, experience, skills and qualifications as they relate to the role. Fully qualified and experienced candidates will typically align near the midpoint. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for an annual bonus. The targeted bonus amount is 10% of base salary based on company and individual performance measures.

Benefits In Joining Us We provide unique options to fit your unique lives! Our Total Rewards Program offers a total approach to well-being!

Our amazing benefits and programs include, but are not limited to:

• Excellent healthcare options: Medical, vision, prescription & dental
• Family Focus & Balance: Parental leave, paid time-off, and Employee Assistance Program
• Financial Security: Company-funded Retirement Accumulation Plan - Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP), Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan (DPSP), Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) and Employee Stock Purchase Program (PEG)
• Tuition Reimbursement: Continuing education for every season of your career
• Employee Recognition Programs
• LiveWell: Rewarding you for living a healthy lifestyle
• Be Well Be You: Our comprehensive benefits, resources, and programs platform to help you and your family be well, wherever you are in life (Emotional, Physical, Financial, and Social)
• Pet insurance options: Insurance plan & prescription discount program for your furry friends
• Perks & Savings Program: access to thousands of gift cards, in-store and online discounts, as well as cashback offers.
• This is an active, existing vacancy. We are looking to fill this position immediately.